Asparagus Fern, from the Asparagaceae of plants, is a type of Houseplant that should be relatively easy to repot. Read on below for the steps on repotting your Houseplant to upgrade the pot you want to keep it in.
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Repotting Asparagus Fern from one pot to another step by step
Read on for a simple yet effective three step process for repotting and growing your Asparagus Fern.
First of all, get prepared for repotting Asparagus Fern
Plan out how and when you’ll get your Asparagus Fern loose to repot it. Consider how much water your Asparagus Fern needs before repotting and look at the bloom time which is in Spring to fall and soil ph which is Slightly acidic (6.5-6.8) to ensure the repotting process goes well.
Second of all, Take your Asparagus Fern out of the original pot
Asparagus Fern can be removed simply by loosening up with a few bangs on the side of the pot and the be turned upside down very carefully so as to not harm your Asparagus Fern as it comes out.
Third and finally, repot Asparagus Fern to a new pot
Achieving success in repotting Asparagus Fern would be more likely if you used the ideal soil type of Well-drained potting mix soil. Fill in any air pockets in the new pot of your Asparagus Fern with this soil and give it a final water afterwards. Perhaps even get your hands on more similar plants like Areca Palm so you can repot this and make use of any leftover soil afterwards.
How to nurture your Asparagus Fern
Read on for some additional information on the care of Asparagus Fern.
When can you expect your repotted Asparagus Fern to bloom?
Like all plants in the same family like Arrowhead Vine, a mature Asparagus Fern may get to Up to 3 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide but only if you take care of it. Better yet, it may even bloom. If you get a burst of White; flowers are insignificant blooms during the Spring to fall period then you’ll know you’ve done the right job with repotting.
Managing the growth and care of Asparagus Fern following repotting
In the aftercare of Asparagus Fern, be sure that you give it the right sun exposure (Partial (outdoor); bright, indirect light (indoors)), you’re growing it in the right hardiness zone (9-11 (USDA)) and that your climate is similar to where your Asparagus Fern is from (South Africa). If you do this correctly, your Asparagus Fern should grow to its mature size in its new pot of Up to 3 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide.
Is the best place to keep Asparagus Fern indoors or outdoors after repotting?
Deciding on keeping a plant outside can be a risky option if you’re not sure how well your Asparagus Fern will hold up in the change of climate. However, the good news is, now you have repotted it, it can always be brought back inside if you notice sub-optimal plant growth.
Take a look at the hardiness zone (9-11 (USDA)) and the plant’s original native area (South Africa). Then compare it to whether you think your local environment will suit your Asparagus Fern or if you’re putting it at risk by keeping it outdoors.
General care for repotting Asparagus Fern
To master aftercare for Asparagus Fern too, research Houseplant care requirements in general to gain a broader understanding of your plant. These type of plants share the same family name, known in latin as Asparagaceae, so becoming an expert on this type of plant could really help. When the plant is mature, you can expect it to be harmless.
What are the scientific and botanical names for Asparagus Fern?
Asparagus Fern Asparagus aethiopicus or Asparagus aethiopicus, A. densiflorus are all other names you may have heard your Asparagus Fern be called. These names are more scientific and botanical. If you need more ideas for what plant to repot next, check out the below table.
| Our pick of a similar plant to repot | Anthurium Crystallinum |
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| Our pick of a different plant to repot | Wall Germander |